Effective Date: February 17, 2026  |  Last Updated: February 17, 2026

1. Introduction

Welcome to NUKIX (the "App"), a mobile application developed and operated by Footwear Foundationz Inc. ("Company," "we," "us," or "our"). NUKIX is the world's first AI-powered foot scanning application designed to analyze foot conditions, detect defects, and provide personalized treatment recommendations. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you use our App. Please read this Privacy Policy carefully. By downloading, installing, accessing, or using the App, you agree to the collection and use of information in accordance with this Privacy Policy. If you do not agree with the terms of this Privacy Policy, please do not access or use the App.

2. Information We Collect

2.1 Personal Information You Provide

When you register for an account or use the App, we may collect the following personal information:

•       Full name and email address

•       Phone number

•       Date of birth (of child, if applicable)

•       Account login credentials (username and password)

•       Mailing address or geographic location (city, province/state, country)

•       Parent or guardian contact information (for minor users)

•       Payment information (if applicable, processed via third-party payment processors)

2.2 Health and Foot-Related Data

The core function of NUKIX involves capturing and analyzing images of feet. In the course of using the App, we collect:

•       Photographs and video recordings of feet captured through your device camera

•       AI-generated foot scan analysis results and diagnostic reports

•       Foot measurement data and biomechanical assessments

•       Treatment plans, exercise programs, and corrective insole recommendations

•       Historical scan data and progress tracking information

•       Any notes or descriptions you provide regarding foot conditions

2.3 Automatically Collected Information

When you access or use the App, we automatically collect certain information, including:

•       Device type, model, operating system, and version

•       Unique device identifiers (e.g., IMEI, advertising ID)

•       IP address and approximate geolocation

•       App usage data (pages visited, features used, time spent, interaction patterns)

•       Crash logs, diagnostics, and performance data

•       Browser type and language preferences

•       Referral source and session information

2.4 Camera and Photo Library Access

NUKIX requires access to your device's camera and photo library to perform foot scans. With your prior permission, we access your camera to capture images and videos of feet for diagnostic analysis. You may enable or disable camera and photo library access at any time through your device settings. Disabling camera access will prevent the App from performing its core scanning functionality.

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect for the following purposes:

3.1 Core Service Delivery

•       To perform AI-powered foot scans, generate diagnostic reports, and provide personalized treatment plans

•       To track scan history and monitor foot health progress over time

•       To recommend corrective insoles, exercises, and stretching programs

•       To create and manage your user account

3.2 AI Model Training and Improvement

IMPORTANT: We use de-identified and anonymized images and scan data to train, improve, and refine our artificial intelligence and machine learning models. This is essential to enhancing the accuracy and reliability of our foot condition detection algorithms. Specifically:

•       Foot images and associated scan data may be stored on our secure servers and used as training data for our AI models

•       All images used for AI training purposes are stripped of personally identifiable information (PII) prior to use

•       AI training data is aggregated and anonymized so that individual users cannot be re-identified

•       We may retain anonymized images indefinitely for ongoing model improvement purposes

•       You may opt out of AI training data contribution through your account settings; however, previously anonymized data that has already been incorporated into models cannot be removed

3.3 Communications

•       To send you transactional communications (account verification, scan results, treatment updates)

•       To send push notifications regarding app updates and security alerts

•       To provide customer support and respond to inquiries

•       To send promotional communications about related products and services (with your consent, and with the ability to opt out at any time)

3.4 Analytics and Improvement

•       To analyze usage trends and improve App functionality and user experience

•       To monitor and analyze the effectiveness of our services

•       To detect, prevent, and address technical issues, fraud, or security concerns

4. Data Storage and Retention

4.1 Where We Store Data

Your personal data and foot scan images are stored on secure cloud servers located in Canada and/or the United States. We use industry-standard encryption (AES-256 at rest, TLS 1.2+ in transit) and access controls to protect your data. Our servers are hosted by reputable cloud service providers that maintain SOC 2 Type II and ISO 27001 certifications.

4.2 Retention Periods

•       Account Information: Retained for as long as your account is active, plus 30 days following account deletion to allow for recovery

•       Foot Scan Images (Identifiable): Retained for as long as your account is active. Deleted within 90 days of account closure, unless required by law

•       Anonymized AI Training Data: May be retained indefinitely as it is no longer personally identifiable

•       Usage Data: Generally retained for up to 24 months for analytical purposes

•       Legal and Compliance Records: Retained as required by applicable laws and regulations

5. Sharing and Disclosure of Information

We do not sell your personal information. We may share your information in the following circumstances:

5.1 Service Providers

We engage trusted third-party service providers who perform services on our behalf, including cloud hosting, data analytics, payment processing, email delivery, and customer support. These providers are contractually obligated to use your information only for the purposes of providing services to us and are bound by confidentiality obligations.

5.2 Legal Requirements

We may disclose your information if required to do so by law, regulation, legal process, or governmental request, or if we believe in good faith that disclosure is necessary to protect our rights, your safety, or the safety of others, investigate fraud, or respond to a government request.

5.3 Business Transfers

In the event of a merger, acquisition, reorganization, bankruptcy, or other sale of all or a portion of our assets, your information may be transferred as part of that transaction. We will notify you via email and/or a prominent notice in the App of any change in ownership or use of your personal information.

5.4 With Your Consent

We may share your information with third parties when you have given us explicit consent to do so.

5.5 Aggregated and De-Identified Data

We may share aggregated, anonymized, or de-identified information that cannot reasonably be used to identify you for research, statistical, or business purposes.

6. Children's Privacy

NUKIX may be used to scan and analyze children's feet to monitor their foot health as they grow. We take children's privacy very seriously and comply with the Children's Online Privacy Protection Act (COPPA), the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) provisions regarding minors, and Canada's Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act (PIPEDA).

•       Parental or guardian consent is required before collecting any personal information or foot scan data from children under the age of 13 (or the applicable age of consent in your jurisdiction)

•       Parents/guardians may review, modify, or request deletion of their child's personal information at any time by contacting us

•       We do not knowingly collect personal information from children without verifiable parental consent

•       If we become aware that we have collected personal information from a child without parental consent, we will take steps to promptly delete such information

7. Your Rights and Choices

Depending on your jurisdiction, you may have the following rights regarding your personal information:

•       Right to Access: Request a copy of the personal information we hold about you

•       Right to Rectification: Request correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data

•       Right to Erasure: Request deletion of your personal data, subject to legal retention requirements

•       Right to Data Portability: Receive your data in a structured, commonly used, and machine-readable format

•       Right to Restrict Processing: Request that we limit how we use your data

•       Right to Object: Object to certain types of processing, including direct marketing

•       Right to Withdraw Consent: Withdraw consent at any time where processing is based on consent

•       Right to Opt Out of AI Training: Request that your data not be used for future AI model training (see Section 3.2)

To exercise any of these rights, please contact us using the information provided in Section 12. We will respond to your request within 30 days (or as required by applicable law).

8. Data Security

We implement robust technical and organizational security measures to protect your personal information, including:

•       AES-256 encryption for data at rest and TLS 1.2+ encryption for data in transit

•       Multi-factor authentication for internal access to user data

•       Regular penetration testing and vulnerability assessments

•       Role-based access controls limiting data access to authorized personnel

•       Continuous monitoring and logging of system access

•       Incident response procedures and breach notification protocols

While we strive to protect your personal information, no method of electronic transmission or storage is 100% secure. We cannot guarantee absolute security but are committed to maintaining industry-standard protections.

9. International Data Transfers

Your information may be transferred to and processed in countries other than your country of residence, including Canada and the United States. These countries may have data protection laws that differ from those in your jurisdiction. Where required, we use appropriate legal mechanisms (such as Standard Contractual Clauses approved by the European Commission, or compliance with Canada's PIPEDA adequacy requirements) to ensure that your data is protected in accordance with this Privacy Policy.

10. Third-Party Links and Services

The App may contain links to third-party websites, services, or advertisements. We are not responsible for the privacy practices of these third parties. We encourage you to review the privacy policies of any third-party services you access through the App.

11. Changes to This Privacy Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time to reflect changes in our practices, legal requirements, or for other operational, legal, or regulatory reasons. We will notify you of any material changes by posting the updated Privacy Policy within the App and updating the "Last Updated" date. For significant changes, we will provide additional notice (such as email notification or an in-app alert). Your continued use of the App after any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Privacy Policy.

12. Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or our data practices, please contact us at:

Footwear Foundationz Inc.

477 Lolita Gardens, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

Email: privacy@nukix.com

Website: https://nukix.com

For data protection inquiries in the European Economic Area, you may also contact your local data protection authority.